Kyosho have introduced their new line of head gear. Available in two sizes, S/m and L/XL and in black and read, there is a new 3d Cap with the Kyosho logo embroidered on the front. There is also a one size fits all beanie hat, also with the Kyosho logo on the front, and it is available also in black and red.
Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]
New for the H-K1, KM Racing have released these optional front and rear diff joints. Made from high quality red steel, they have been given a special hardening treatment for the ultimate in durability. Featuring a lightweight design, with the drive cups machined out, these joints are a direct fit onto the H-K1 and H-K1 Evo.
Source: KM Racing [km-rc.com]
First seen at the Toy Fair in Nuremberg last week, Schumacher have now released the full details on their new Cougar SV2 Competition 2WD EP Buggy. Moving forward from the successful Cougar SV, winner of the British Off Road Nationals, Schumacher have raised the bar yet again. The new SV2 is lower, sleeker and above all faster! It now includes a hard anodised, laser etched, alloy chassis, a new heavy duty differential, transmission bearings and driveshafts. Using the mid-motor position, ultra compact design, perfect centre line balance and revolutionary constant radius steering system the Cougar SV2 is sure to be a winner. The Cougar SV2, take it up a level.
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Reedy and CML France are pleased to announce the signing of top French 1/8th off road racer Nicolas Rodriguez for the 2012 season. Nicolas, who has previously used Reedy engines, is a former podium finisher at the European Championships, French Cup winner and solid A Finalist throughout the French National Series, and will be looking for a successful season with new sponsors. He will be using the full Reedy range of engines, pipes, plugs and accessories in his Hong Nor Sabre for 2012, and everyone at CML and Reedy wish him the best of luck at this weekends season opening Montpellier GP.
Source: CML [cmldistribution.co.uk]
New from JQ Products, THE Boxes are available in 3 different sizes. The small box is good for screws, shims, o-rings, clutch parts etc, the medium sized box is perfect for 2 sets of extra shocks, and some shock parts, or some spare diffs. Finally the large box is good for most spare parts. Available now.
Source: JQ [jq-products.com]
Capricorn have released a number of new option parts for their car including this set of hard coated aluminium suspension pivot balls. The balls are also suitable for the Mugen MTX-5, MRX-5 and Xray NT1. Other new items include an aluminium servo saver with a new 13mm ackermann, new -0.75mm or 0mm offset wheel hex hubs, a 13.1 gram tungsten weight and a new 1/8 or 1/10th wheel adapter for the Brain Stuff additive applicator machine.
Team HB have confirmed the addition of former Xray driver Teemu Leino to its ranks to join other new signing Shin Adachi alongside Atsushi Hara, Andy Moore, Ty Tessmann and Jesse Robbers. Teemu is a multiple world class race winner, with previous wins at the LRP Race, TITC, IIC and the European Championships. Plus multiple podiums at the European Championships and a 3rd place finish at the World Championships. Teemu will be a valuable addition to the World Championship Winning Team HB. Here are a few words from Teemu Leino:
I choose HB as they have the best cars for my racing classes. Also the HB Team always prepare well for big races like the World Championships, which are on this year. The HB Team also has some of my good friends so I should have fun at the tracks.
Source: HB [hotbodiesonline.com]
Schumacher would like to announce that top UK Off Road driver Simon Moss has re-joined the team for 2012. After a winter spell away from Schumacher, Simon is now back to join their team to run the new Cougar SV2 and CAT SX3 cars. Simon had this to say:
Its a great feeling to be back at the team where I feel I belong. I’m really looking forward to the 2012 season and working hard to have another fantastic year driving for Schumacher. I would like to thank Shaun and the guys at Ansmann for their support over the winter, but unfortunately things didn’t work out. I’d like to thank the guys at Schumacher for making this move happen. It should be a great year ahead
Simon’s first race was at the Schumacher Indoor Masters at Worksop this last weekend where he finished an excellent 3rd in 2WD and 4th in 4WD.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
